May 082013
 

pppPRHire our team for private D.I.Y. workshops such as:

  • Re-purpose books into art & decor
  • D.I.Y. hero masks & capes
  • D.I.Y. Jewelry & accessories
  • Handmade stationery
  • Decorative monograms
  • Origami flowers
  • . . .and more!

Contact: JULIE @ PoniesLLC.com

The Pink Ponies Etsy team brings years of D.I.Y. experience including events with:

  • Meltcomics, Inc.
  • USC’s Fisther Museum
  • Private children’s parties
  • The Craft and Folk Art Museum
  • The Annual Etsy, Inc. Craft Party
  • The Make Your Mark Show on PBS
  • And others! . . .

visit us online at:
My prettypinkponies.com

General Information
Pretty Pink Ponies is a brand that aims to elevate profiles of female professionals and entrepreneurs through collaborative projects with professional leaders in various industries.

In addition to non-profit work, the Pretty Pink Ponies team provides services as a temporary staffing agency, specializing in private family and children’s events with an emphasis in placing talent within the Arts & Crafts Industry.

Pretty Pink Ponies is a Minority, Women Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) helping women find work/life balance . . . in fancy high-heeled shoes!


 Posted by at 5:09 pm
May 032013
 

fcbd2013Hey all, we’ve got a bunch of stuff going on all day long. From Shia Labeouf signing at 10 am, Devastators take over Free Indie Comic Book Day, plus Sales! 20% off all TPB’s, Back Issues by the Pound!, and back by popular deman ” Let’s Make a Deal on Statues”,Super secret Jim Mahfood FCBD 2013 Commemorative T-shirt printed on-demand only. And if you’re worried there won’t be any tunes to bop your head to while at Meltdown, fear not DJ OLD BOY will be spinning tunes throughout the day. Fun times begin at 10am! See you here!!!
Free Comic Book Day is
Saturday May 4th, 2013
Meltdown Comics opens at 10am
7522 Sunset Blvd.
LA, CALIF 90046 (map)

 Posted by at 5:06 pm
Apr 262013
 

silva the genie

You are invited to attend Silva the Genie Comic Book Reading held at Meltdown Comics on April 28, 2013. Best-selling Self-Help Author Silva Mirzoian released her first Comic Book Silva the Genie and welcomes you to join in the reading of her first issue to.

Silva the Genie is the newest animated SHERO advocating Anti-Bullying.
Please join us for an educational and fun reading for kids!
All children welcome!

About Silva:

Silva Mirzoian is an Australian native, best-selling author, producer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. She released her first self-help book Jump-Start Your Lifein 2002, offering advice on how individuals can jump start their personal and professional goals. Silva is the CEO, author, and producer of Passions & Dreams For Success Institute and the Founder of the non-profit organization Gang of Hope (www.gangofhope.com), in which she is on a mission to break the cycle of violence, dropout rates and bullying within our nation’s education system. Entrepreneur Magazine has nicknamed her The Dream Weaver for her unique ability to inspire others to pursue their life’s dreams. Silva’s most recent project is Silva the Genie; the newest Shero to the comic book world advocating Anti-Bullying.

Silva the Genie READING AND SIGNING
Meltdown Comics
7522 Sunset Bl. LA, CA 90046
323.851.7223
(map)


 Posted by at 11:17 am
Apr 142013
 

artistinvitedrwho2013Allons-y, Friends of Meltdown Comics!

We proudly invite you to exhibit your work in the “Doctor Who”-inspired art show at Meltdown Gallery — which will run November 1 – 23, 2013, in time to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the seminal British sci-fi series.

The “Doctor Who”-inspired art show will be a fun event those who have had artwork displayed at Meltdown and for first-timers. We’re planning loads of “sugar on top” perks to make this event a memorable one. One of those “fantastic” perks is Meltdown Gallery’s association with Nerdist Industries. We will be work to get the maximum amount of exposure possible for the art show through Nerdist Industries’ different platforms.

So, mark these dates on your calendar:
-The show’s opening night party is scheduled for Friday, November 1st, 2013
-The closing night party will be scheduled for Saturday, November 23rd, 2013 — which also happens to be the 50th anniversary of the premiere of the 1st episode of “Doctor Who”!

Artwork exhibited can be in any style and/or medium, and must be turned into Meltdown Comics by Friday, October 25th, 2013 to be eligible for participation. If you’re interested in taking part of this exhibit, please send an email ASAP to LETSMAKESOMETHINGUP@GMAIL.COM along with your contact information and a link or JPEG samples of your work.

*ARTIST WILL BE INFORMED OF PARTICIPATION VIA EMAIL. 
*YOU HAVE TILL 4/20 TO ENTER, THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL GO AWAY SATURDAY, APRIL 20th FOR ANOTHER MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT FOR PARTICIPATING ARTIST. 
!!!SEND YOUR SUBMISSION NOW!!!

About MELTDOWN COMICS:
Meltdown Comics — located on 7522 W. Sunset Blvd., in the heart of Hollywood, California — opened its doors in 1993 and has since become one the most respected comic book stores in the world. Taking a sophisticated approach to merchandise and operations, the 14,000 sq ft giant has garnered a reputation for facilitating successful gallery openings, and hosting award winning live comedy shows and podcast events in The Nerdist Showroom at Meltdown Comics. The shop is a must-see pop culture destination for anyone visiting Los Angeles.

Selected Awards and Recognitions:
-”Best of LA” by LA WEEKLY several years running
-”Best of LA” by LOS ANGELES MAGAZINE several years running
-”One of The 10 Stores You Need To Visit In The USA” by PLAYBOY MAGAZINE
-Several comic book industry awards that are too numerous to mention
-Our very own episode of “The Simpsons” entitled “Husbands and Knives” (Season 19, Episode 7) where a cool shop based on Meltdown Comics becomes Bart and Lisa’s favorite hangout spot

Curator’s Notes:|
-Pricing will be discussed once contact is made between gallery and artist.
-To and from shipping of artwork will be paid by the artist (shipping address: Meltdown Comics, 7522 Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90046).
-Local artist are asked to drop off and pick up art at Meltdown Comics (7522 Sunset Blvd., between Gardner and Sierra Bonita, Los Angeles, CA 90046).

 Posted by at 2:19 pm
Apr 092013
 

silva the genie

You are invited to attend Silva the Genie Comic Book Reading held at Meltdown Comics on April 28, 2013. Best-selling Self-Help Author Silva Mirzoian released her first Comic Book Silva the Genie and welcomes you to join in the reading of her first issue to.

Silva the Genie is the newest animated SHERO advocating Anti-Bullying.
Please join us for an educational and fun reading for kids!
All children welcome!

About Silva:

Silva Mirzoian is an Australian native, best-selling author, producer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. She released her first self-help book Jump-Start Your Lifein 2002, offering advice on how individuals can jump start their personal and professional goals. Silva is the CEO, author, and producer of Passions & Dreams For Success Institute and the Founder of the non-profit organization Gang of Hope (www.gangofhope.com), in which she is on a mission to break the cycle of violence, dropout rates and bullying within our nation’s education system. Entrepreneur Magazine has nicknamed her The Dream Weaver for her unique ability to inspire others to pursue their life’s dreams. Silva’s most recent project is Silva the Genie; the newest Shero to the comic book world advocating Anti-Bullying.

Silva the Genie READING AND SIGNING
Meltdown Comics
7522 Sunset Bl. LA, CA 90046
323.851.7223
(map)


 Posted by at 1:16 pm